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Amelia A.


Middletown, CT

$18-21/hr

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Hi! My name is Amelia. I have been pet sitting for years here and there, mostly for dogs, but cats too!
Amelia can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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Diana A.


Rockfall, CT

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Diana, and I'm passionate about providing exceptional care for cats and dogs. Over the years, I've gained tons of experience in pet care through various pet sitting. My love for animals drives me to ensure that every dog and cat I look after feels happy, safe, and well-cared for, and I tailor my approach to...
Diana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Morgan D.


Middletown, CT

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Taker

I have 10+ years of experience in the animal industry. I have worked at emergency and specialty veterinary hospitals, dog boarding and daycare facility's and with groomers. I also have extensive background pet sitting! I can help with Grooming and Pet Transportation as well as training! I look forward to hearing from you.
Morgan can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation & more
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Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

Many years of Childcare as a Baby sitter / Sitter / Live out Nanny from newborns through teenage years; boys and girls. Families of one child to families of three children or four children. Provide lots of love and care. I think communication with the child or children should be everyday. From the start of birth. Safety,...
Elizabeth can also help with: General room cleaning, organization
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Jodie R.


Haddam, CT

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Short Term Pet Care

I've always had pets (cats, dogs, birds, turtles, frogs) growing up. I currently have 2 hamsters and am comfortable around small animals. I have provided pet sitting services for cats and provide references upon request.
Jodie can also help with: Pet sitting
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Kent H.


Middletown, CT

$17-18/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Dog Care Provider In Your Home

I provide loving and dependable pet sitting in your home. I love dogs and cats and have been around them most of my life. I currently have a 14-year-old Poodle mix, who we adopted when she was 8 weeks old. I also have an 8-year-old Havanese. We rescued her from a shelter when she was 6 months old. I am 65 and recently retired.
Kent can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
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Haley J.


Middletown, CT

$17-20/hr8 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

I have years of experience caring for animals large and small! I worked as a farm hand for over six years where I worked with horses. I am an animal lover through and through and am not allergic to any. I have had cats, dogs, small pets, and large animals.
Haley can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I love animals! I enjoy pet sitting, I also worked at a groom shop 6 years ago. I have 1 dog and fishes of my own and they're my furry little children. Caring for my pets mean the world to me! I hope I get the chance to meet and care for your fur babies and other pets!!
Kayana can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Julia W.


East Hampton, CT

$16-21/hr

Pet Owner With A Love For Animals, Happy To Help

I am a pet owner to two cats Mila and Mondo. I used to have dogs in the past and I overall LOVE animals. I am happy to help with dog walking and dog sitting needs on a regular basis.
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, dog training, pet walking

Faith T.


Killingworth, CT

$17-50/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Faith and I love love love dogs. I have been dog sitting for a few years now and have experience with senior dogs, I have taken care of a senior Bernese mountain dog and have a Beagle of my own. I have my own car and can get to and from place easily and quickly, I can stay overnight and I currently work a low...
Faith can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Jennifer B.


Madison, CT

$11-20/hr6 yrs exp

I have been a pet sitter for over six years. Some of my duties have been walking dogs during the day, feeding the pet, staying overnight while the owner is out of town or just coming over to feed cats. I don't have any pets or my own because I live in an apartment. Growing up we always had a dog, some rabbits, turtles, frogs,...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking

Shae-lyn T.


Madison, CT

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Sitter, Full-Time Animal Lover!

I have three pets currently at my house. I have two Shiba Inu dogs that I have been caring for since a very young age, about 5 or 6 years old. I'm responsible for walking the dogs, to make sure they get a good amount of exercise in for the day, have fed them and loving them unconditionally. I also have a pet rabbit, which I am...
Shae-lyn can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine

Erin A.


Moodus, CT

$17/hr5 yrs exp

I am a very experienced pet sitter! I worked for a private pet sitting company for over 3 years and have privately pet-sat for over 5 years. I love animals! Dogs, cats, birds, reptiles; I have experienced caring for them all :-). My rate is negotiable, depending on the type of service needed.
Erin can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine
I love dogs and the elderly!!! I have experience pet sitting a dog for 3 months in 2024 I have an excellent reference
Ellen can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting

Breanna M.


Middletown, CT

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator :)

Hi I'm a very fun caring and patient person with approximately 2 years of pet care experience. Personally I love the outdoors and enjoy hiking. I have two pets of my own a cat and a dog and I would enjoy sharing my love , skills and experience to your pets.
Breanna can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting

Virginia M.


Middletown, CT

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

Animal Care / Dog Walker / Pet Sitter

I provide dog-sitting in your home. Will be happy to take dogs for a walk, feed them, clean up after them, play with them, etc. I have done this for several people in the last few years. I have a kind, compassionate nature, especially with animals.
Virginia can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet walking
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Jazmine R.


Hamden, CT

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

I have experience with cats & dogs. I have worked for a vet as a handler & kennel assistant. I have also worked privately for families as a walker & sitter. Animals are more then just pets to me. I see them as part of my family. They deserve all of our love & respect. :)
Jazmine can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, daily feeding
5.0
"Jazmine did a wonderful and thorough job cleaning our home. She was respectful of our time and ensured that our indoor only kitty cats never made it outside. She checked in with us to make sure she hit our checklist and also to make sure that all of our needs...

Joanna A.

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Katie L.


Westbrook, CT

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Former Dog Hiking Business Owner Looking To Pet Sit For That Precious Member Of Your Family!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As former owner and operator of a dog hiking company I specialized in supporting dog owners in getting their dogs into the great outdoors. I am currently a preschool teacher and dog owner to a wonderful 110 lb malamute who is the love of my life! I provide top notch dog sitting services. Reliable, trustworthy, kind, and able to...
Katie can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Mary Jo M.


Old Lyme, CT

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Pet Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Animals are my passion! I have always had dogs and cats and I even love hamsters! I currently have two dogs, a Sheltie that I rescued a couple of years ago and a Shih Tzu/Pomeranian mix. I pet sit part-time for friends and family.
Mary Jo can also help with: Administration of medicine, boarding, pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Mary Jo was a great pet sitter. I felt very confident having her care for my dog!"

Carrie K.

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Madison B.


Salem, CT

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi my name is Madison! I love taking care of animals. I used to have a small dog named Bandit, but now we have three sweet cats. I prefer to board but willing to travel! Pet sitting is a passion of mine because spending time with animals is a must! I have been pet sitting for a couple years, working with small to large animals...
Madison can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Madison was so perfect with our pets. She was able to send us pictures of our kitties while we were away and we really appreciated that. I would definitely recommend Madison to anyone!"

Elizabeth W.

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Recent dog sitter reviews from local pet parents in Higganum, CT

Jazmine R.

5.0

Jazmine did a wonderful and thorough job cleaning our home. She was respectful of our time and ensured that our indoor only kitty cats never made it outside. She checked in with us to make sure she hit our checklist and also to make sure that all of our needs were covered. We were very happy with...

- Joanna A.

Mary Jo M.

5.0

Mary Jo is the Best! Set up interview to meet each other and my two dogs. She was on time and greeted my pups with care. My girls are spoiled with a demanding schedule. Mary Jo is able to meet their pet sitting needs and is avail even on short notice. I highly recommend Mary Jo!

- Michele L.

Madison B.

5.0

Madison was so perfect with our pets. She was able to send us pictures of our kitties while we were away and we really appreciated that. I would definitely recommend Madison to anyone!

- Elizabeth W.

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